# Arcaea vs DEEMO II

The clearest difference is update cadence: Arcaea at every 8 days against DEEMO II's every 2 months. Arcaea also leads on review sentiment (78% vs 68%) and ratings volume (25K vs 3.7K). On price, rating, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Arcaea sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and DEEMO II sells 43 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.8 for Arcaea against 4.8 for DEEMO II. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Arcaea has 25K ratings behind it against 3.7K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 78% of Arcaea's written reviews are positive against 68% of DEEMO II's.

Arcaea ships an update every 8 days, DEEMO II every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 25, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Arcaea | DEEMO II |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.8 (25K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcaea/id1205999125/reviews) | [4.8 (3.7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deemo-ii/id1531981487/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **25K** | 3.7K |
| Positive reviews | **78.4% of reviews** | 67.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Every 8 days** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | **#81** | #153 |
| Size | 1.2 GB | 3.5 GB |
| Requires iOS | **12.4** | 15.2 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 12+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [lowiro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1381393762) | [Rayark International Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/483529071) |

## What reviewers say

### Arcaea

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/arcaea/id1205999125)

**Currently charting:** #81 Top Free · Music, #90 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Experience a unique rhythm game that blends challenging gameplay with an immersive story. Progress through a narrative driven by your performance, unlock new difficulties, and compete with others online. Enjoy a vast library of music, with more available through content packs.

**Highlights:** Novel gameplay mechanics, Immersive sound and story, High difficulty ceiling, Over 350 songs, 3 rhythm difficulty levels per song, Real-time online multiplayer, Rich Main Story and Side Stories

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 100 Memories | $0.99 | one-time |
| 510 Memories | $4.99 | one-time |
| 1020 Memories | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Unique gameplay mechanics
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and art
- 🎶 Excellent music selection
- 👍 Smooth and responsive controls
- 💯 Challenging yet rewarding difficulty

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Excessive paywall for content
- 🔁 Repetitive grind in World Mode
- 🐛 Occasional note registration issues
- 🔊 Audio desync when multitasking
- 🤖 Lack of practice mode or tutorial

**Reported bugs**

- Login issues and account sync problems
- Compatibility problems on certain devices
- Crashes and freezes during gameplay

**Requested features**

- Multiplayer mode to compete with friends
- Ability to earn premium currency through gameplay
- More free song options to explore the game
- Customizable note speed and offset settings
- Improved story mode and character development


### DEEMO II

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/deemo-ii/id1531981487)

**Currently charting:** #153 Top Free · Music, #169 Top Grossing · Music (US App Store)

Embark on a musical fantasy adventure in a world threatened by destructive rain. Play rhythm-based music charts to clear the rain and uncover the secrets of a mysterious kingdom. Explore, interact with characters, and enjoy a captivating story with stunning visuals and voice acting.

**Highlights:** Emotional story exploration, Rhythm and adventure gameplay, 120+ songs including DLC, Interact with 50+ characters, Storybook graphics and artstyle, Movie-quality animated scenes

**In-app purchases (43)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Event Bundle E | $1.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle AZ | $2.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CT01 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle DT01 | $3.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IT | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IU | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IV | $4.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle ET01 | $4.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 600 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CL01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CQ01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS02 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle ITa | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IUa | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IVa | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IC01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle HW012 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle GJ01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle FO012 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle FI012 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle FD01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EY01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EQ01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EL01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EH01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle EB01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle DI01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle DN01 | $5.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle A | $9.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 1200 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CB08 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CC01 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle CF15 | $11.99 | one-time |
| Mountain Arcanum | $14.99 | one-time |
| Soaring Arcanum | $14.99 | one-time |
| Devotion Arcanum | $14.99 | one-time |
| Echo Pass | $19.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 2400 | $23.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS01a | $25.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle IS02a | $25.99 | one-time |
| Event Bundle U | $29.99 | one-time |
| Crystal x 6000 | $59.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great mechanics
- 🎨 Beautiful visuals and animations
- 🎶 Captivating music and soundtrack
- 💡 Engaging story and characters
- 🤗 Relaxing and immersive experience

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Expensive in-app purchases
- 🕰️ Slow progression without spending money
- 🔒 Limited free content
- 🐛 Performance issues and crashes
- 🤔 Confusing monetization model

**Reported bugs**

- Frequent crashes and white screen issues
- Touch input not always recognized
- Compatibility problems on newer devices

**Requested features**

- More free songs and content
- Improved event system and rewards
- Better camera controls and navigation
- Optimization for older devices


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Arcaea free?

Arcaea is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is DEEMO II free?

DEEMO II is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Arcaea or DEEMO II?

Arcaea and DEEMO II are both rated 4.8 out of 5 on the App Store, from 25K and 3.7K ratings respectively.

### Do Arcaea or DEEMO II have ads?

Neither Arcaea nor DEEMO II shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Arcaea or DEEMO II?

Arcaea ships an update every 8 days, and DEEMO II every 2 months. Most recently, Arcaea was updated on September 25, 2026 and DEEMO II on September 25, 2026.

### Which is more popular, Arcaea or DEEMO II?

Arcaea currently peaks at #81 in the App Store charts, and DEEMO II at #153. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*